iPadOS 16 will have a better multitasking interface and app switching- ipadOS16

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Updated on: 10-Jun-2022

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For the first time on Apple's tablets, iPadOS 16 will provide resizable windows.

iPadOS 16, Apple's tablet operating system, iPadOS, an upgraded version will allegedly receive a redesigned multitasking interface. While Apple has positioned the iPad as a PC replacement, the tablet operating system currently lacks the multitasking capabilities seen in macOS,

Apple's desktop operating system. Apple revealed details about updates and new features coming to future versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), which began on June 6.

Ahead of Apple's WWDC, the update to iPadOS 16 will include "major improvements" to multitasking, citing anonymous sources. The better multitasking interface will make it easier for users to switch between jobs while keeping an eye on open apps, and it will be one of the "largest enhancements" presented at WWDC.

Apple's forthcoming iPadOS 16 upgrades, according to the insider, would offer the option to "resize" program windows while utilizing multiple apps at once. Users can open apps in Split View on iPadOS 15, which allows them to work on two apps at once while sliding the third program into view on the side.

The option to resize app windows, on the other hand, may bring iPadOS' multitasking experience closer to that of a desktop operating system.

With the M1 processor powering Apple's iPad models with huge displays, it's feasible that users may be able to see and operate numerous apps at the same time. The story does not say whether iPadOS would have free-form windowing, which is available on desktop operating systems such as Windows and macOS. Apple had previously positioned the iPad as a laptop rival, with attachments such as the Magic Keyboard available.

Following the announcement of the changes, Apple typically distributes early beta copies to developers during the next week, with public beta testers able to join a month later. Meanwhile, according to Apple's prior release schedule, stable versions of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 would be available later this year, around September.

In iPadOS 15, users will be able to resize app windows and use more than two or three apps at the same time, a capability known as multitasking. During the event, Apple verified the rumors by introducing Stage Manager, a revolutionary new multitasking feature in iPadOS 16.

Stage Manager, on the other hand, will not operate on all iPads running iPadOS 16. Only tablets with the M1 System-on-Chip may use this function (SoC). The 11-inch iPad Pro and 12.9-inch iPad Pro from 2021, as well as the iPad Air 5 from 2022, are on the list. In other words, Apple's snazzy new multitasking interface will be incompatible with the vast majority of iPads on the market.

Vivo T4x 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC Launched in India, Know Price & Features

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Updated on: 05-Mar-2025

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On Wednesday, Vivo India launched its all-new Vivo T4x 5G smartphone in India. The mobile is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The T4x smartphone is also equipped with a 6,500mAh battery pack, claimed to be the largest in the segment. The handset offers military-grade durability and IP64 certification against dust and water. The phone is launched as the successor of Vivo T3x 5G and boasts a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup.

Vivo T4x 5G Price in India

Vivo T4x 5G smartphone has a starting price of Rs 13,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant, while the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB models are available at Rs 14,999 and Rs 16,999. The handset is offered in two color options: Marine Blue and Pronto Purple.

Vivo T4x 5G Smartphone Availability

Vivo T4x smartphone will go on sale on March 12, and the buyers will be able to purchase the smartphone through Flipkart, the Realme India e-store, and select offline retail outlets. On the first day of the sale, the buyers will get a 1,000 discount on select bank cards and exciting offers.

Vivo T4x 5G Specifications

The all-new T4x 5G smartphone has a 6.72-inch FHD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1050 nits of peak brightness and TÜV Rheinland Eye Protection certification. The phone is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, which comes mated with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The Vivo T4x 5G runs on Android 15-based FuntouchOS 15.

On the rear panel of the mobile, there is a 50-megapixel primary rear sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor, along with an LED flash and a squircle Dynamic Light unit. The front side boasts an 8-megapixel sensor for selfies and video calls. Vivo has also equipped this device with dual stereo speakers, MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability certification, and an IP64 rating against dust and water.

Vivo 4x 5G phone features a 6500mAh battery with 44W fast charging. The connectivity options in the new 4x 5G mobile include 5G, 4G VoLTE, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C, and GLONASS. Vivo 4x 5G smartphone in the Pronto Purple option weighs around 204g, while the Marine Blue option weighs around 208g. Both options boast the same dimensions of 165.7x76.3x8.09 (LxWxH).

Google Pixel 9a Launch Date, Price, & Specifications Leaked

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Updated on: 04-Mar-2025

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Google is anticipated to launch its Pixel 9a soon in global markets. The upcoming Google Pixel 9a will be the most affordable model in the Pixel series. Based on recent leaks and speculations, the Google Pixel 9a again has been in the news and is gaining attention among smartphone enthusiasts.

However, the launch date of the Pixel 9a smartphone is not confirmed yet; the leaks suggest that the phone can launch by this month. The upcoming Google Pixel smartphone is expected to retain a price similar to its predecessors, the Pixel 8a. There could be significant design changes along with some noticeable upgrades for better performance, immersive viewing experience, and camera quality.

Google Pixel 9a Expected Launch Date

Recent rumors and reports from reliable sources suggest that the Google Pixel 9a may be launched on March 19, with sales starting on March 26. However, it is important to note that the company has not yet confirmed this launch date.

Google Pixel 9a Specifications (Expected)

Google Pixel 9a will likely feature a 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED display panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, supporting HDR10+, and a peak brightness of 2700 nits. The headset can be equipped with a Google Tensor G4 chipset coupled with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. Pixel 9a smartphone is also expected to boast a 5,100mAh battery with fast charging support and can run on Android 15. Google is also anticipated to offer up to seven years of software and security updates. The device is likely to have a metal frame with an IP68 rating.

For the camera, Google Pixel 9a would get a dual camera setup on the smartphone's rear panel, featuring a 48-megapixel primary shooter and a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor. The smartphone can have a 13-megapixel front-facing selfie camera.

Google Pixel 9a Price Expected

The upcoming Pixel 9a is likely to retain the similar pricing seen in the Pixel 8a in most markets. For example, in the USA, the 128GB variant would cost $499 (Approx. Rs 50,200), while the 256GB variant would be offered at $599 (Approx. Rs 55,700). Similarly, in India, the Google Pixel 9a can be priced at Rs 52,999 for the 128GB variant and Rs 59,999 for the 256GB variant.

Lenovo ThinkBook "Codename Flip" AI PC Concept Unveiled at MWC 2025, Featuring Foldable Display

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Updated on: 03-Mar-2025

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On Sunday, Lenovo unveiled its newest portfolio of AI-powered devices at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona. The ThinkBook "Codename Flip" AI PC concept attracted the most attention among all its launches. It features an outward folding OLED display that enables users to select from five modes, including the Clamshell Mode, for routine tasks. The concept laptop also includes a Workspace Split Screen functionality and several AI-enhanced multitasking features.

Lenovo ThinkBook Codename Flip AI PC Unveiled at MWC 2025

In a newsroom post, Lenovo provided details on its new concept device equipped with AI-enhanced features. Lenovo's new ThinkBook "Codename Flip" AI PC concept showcases the future of versatile AI-powered hybrid work environments. The device has an 18.1-inch outward folding OLED display that can expand vertically from a conventional 13-inch laptop form factor. With the help of variable design functionality, the users can select between Clamshell Mode for conventional laptop tasks, Vertical Mode for document reviews, Share Mode for dual-display collaborations, Tablet Mode for creative workflow, and Read Mode for distraction-free reading experience.

Moreover, the Lenovo ThinkBook CodeName AI PC Concept boasts an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor coupled with 32GB LPDDR5X RAM. The laptop has a Workspace Split Screen function, which eliminates the requirement for external monitors to run multiple applications side by side. This AI-enabled laptop also has a Smart ForcePad with a 3-layer illuminated dashboard that includes numeric keys and media controls. The laptop has Thunderbolt 4 ports, a fingerprint sensor for connectivity, and safety features.

However, more details on the Lenovo ThinkBook "Codename Flip" AI PC are yet to be revealed, including availability and pricing. Since it's a concept model from Lenovo, it may or may not be launched in the future, given the rising technology trends and rapid changes in the user's need to perform various tasks.

Tecno Spark Slim With 5.75 mm Thickness & 5,200mAh Battery To Unveiled at MWC 2025

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Updated on: 01-Mar-2025

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Tecno is gearing up to unveil its Tecno Spark Slim concept smartphone at Mobile World Congress (MCW) 2025 in Barcelona next week. The concept phone is set to be the world's thinnest smartphone, featuring 5.75mm of thickness and a 5,200 mAh battery. The Spak Slim also boasts a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup.

On Monday, with a press release, Tecno announced its Spark Slim concept smartphone will be showcased in MCW 2025. The headset will be displayed at the brand's MWC booth.

Tecno Spark Slim Specifications

Tecno Spark Slim is officially confirmed to have a 6.78-inch 3D curved AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, offering more visibility under bright sunlight.

The smartphone will boast a dual rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel secondary sensor. It is also set to receive a 13-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calls. Tecno has not yet announced the details about the chipset, but it's likely to place an octa-core CPU.

Related: Samsung Galaxy M16 & M06 5G India Launch Confirmed

The Spark Slim phone also houses a 5,200mAh battery pack with 45W fast charging support, while the battery measures 4.04mm in thickness. The smartphone is designed using fully recycled aluminum using an integrated die-casting process and has a stainless steel frame.

Tecno Spark Slim Pricing & Rivals

The pricing details of Tecno Spark Slim are not available at the moment. The company is marketing this smartphone as the concept phone and will provide more information during the MWC 2025, taking place in Barcelona, Space, between March 3 to March 6.

According to reports, the Tecno Spark Slim will likely compete with Galaxy S25 Edge and the rumored iPhone 17 Slim (or Air).

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Launched With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC & Leica-Tuned Quad Camera; Know Price

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Updated on: 28-Feb-2025

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On Thursday, February 2027, Xiaomi 15 Ultra officially launched in China, further strengthening the brand’s flagship smartphone lineup that already includes Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. The launch commenced before the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona and was positioned as the successor of Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The flagship 15 Ultra features the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and offers a new HyperOS 2 interface.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Specifications

The newly launched Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphone gets dual SIM (Nano) slots and runs on Android 15-based HyperOS 2 operating system. It boasts a 6.73 inch (1440x3200 pixels) LTPO AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 3,200 nits brightness. The display panel is claimed to support a 300Hz touch sampling rate and has HDR 10+ along with Dolby Vision.

This flagship Xiaomi smartphone sports a Qualcomm octa-core 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset that has a maximum clock speed of 4.32GHz and is coupled with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage and Adreno 830 GPU.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra camera setup is also promising as it offers a quad rear camera system within a centered, circular module. It features a 1-inch 50-megapixel Sony LYT900 primary sensor with OIS and fixed f/1.63 aperture, a 50-megapixel Sony IMX858 sensor with f/1.8 aperture 3x optical zoom, and 75 mm focal length, 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP9 telephoto sensor with 100mm focal length, and f/2.6 aperture, and 50-megapixel ultra wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture and 115-degree field-of-view (FoV), making it one of best camera smartphones in this segment.

With this quad camera setup, the smartphone can record videos in up to 83/30fps or 4k/60fps settings. It also has a 32-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture for better-quality selfies and video calls.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless fast charging support. It also offers reverse wireless charging and several connectivity options like 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C. The 15 Ultra smartphone gets an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor with an IP68 dust and splash resistance rating for enhanced safety. This new Xiaomi smartphone measures 161.3mm x 75.3mm x 9.35mm and weighs around 226 grams. Xiaomi 15 Ultra Smartphone Price

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Smartphone Price

Xiaomi 15 Ultra is available with the starting price of CNY 6,499 (around Rs 78,00) for its 12GB + 256GB variant, while the 16GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB variants are priced at CNY 6,999 ( around Rs 84,000) and CNY 7,799 (around Rs 93,000), respectively. The headset has multiple color options including classic black and silver, pine and cypress green, black and white.

Along with this flagship headset, Xiaomi has also offered a professional imaging kit as part of the accessory, available at the retail price of CNY 999 (around Rs 12,000)